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Won Bin and Other Korean Stars Attend Kim Sae Ron’s Wake Credit: Yonhap News Won Bin visited the wake of the late Kim Sae Ron on February 17 at Asan Medical Center in Seoul. He arrived around 12:47 PM, while his wife, Lee Na Young, sent a condolence wreath. After greeting the bereaved family and paying his respects, he had a simple meal before leaving. He was seen wiping away tears with his sleeve and tissues while speaking with acquaintances and departed the funeral hall at 1:18 PM....

Credit: Kim Sae Ron’s Instagram, EDAM Entertainment Speculation has surfaced that late actress Kim Sae Ron was in a relationship with singer WOODZ, and the singer’s agency has issued an official statement regarding the rumors. On April 11th, Lee Jin Ho claimed on his YouTube channel that Kim Sae Ron dated an anonymous singer from early 2021 until May 2022. During that time, she reportedly sent a coffee truck to the filming site of the singer’s music video and frequently liked his social media posts....

Credit: UAA Yoo Ah In has been cleared of same-sex assault allegations due to insufficient evidence. According to reports from Chosun Ilbo, the Seoul Yongsan Police Station decided not to forward the case for prosecution on September 11th. After investigating both the accuser and Yoo Ah In once each, the police concluded that there was not enough evidence to support the allegations. Yoo Ah In was accused of quasi-rape on July 15th....

Credit: Yulhee YouTube Yulhee has made shocking claims about her ex-husband, Choi Min Hwan, alleging that he visited adult entertainment venues where illicit activities, including prostitution, take place. On October 24th, Yulhee uploaded a video to her YouTube channel, following her recent appearance on TV Chosun’s All By Myself . Reflecting on her TV appearance, Yulhee admitted, “I was extremely nervous. It felt like I was being judged by myself....

Credit: tvN Episode 6 of tvN’s No Gain No Love hit a new high with a 5% viewership rating as viewers tuned in for the hilarious office life of Son Hae Yeong ( Shin Mina ) and Kim Ji Wook ( Kim Young Dae ), who find themselves navigating an office romance for 52 hours a week. The episode showcases the wild dynamic between team leader Hae Yeong and new employee Ji Wook as their “office couple” status quickly becomes the talk of the company....

Credit: Disney Plus Jun Ji Hyun and Kang Dong Won , alongside the large star-studded cast, made plenty of buzz for the highly anticipated drama Tempest . Fortunately, the show has lived up to its expectations and can be easily deemed a must-see performance. The political piece is thought-provoking and attention-grabbing right out the gate. The nine-part Disney+ thriller involves Moon Ju (Jun Ji Hyun), a UN ambassador with global stature who begins investigating the conspiracy behind an assassination attempt on a presidential candidate....

Credit: Disney The lead cast of The Remarried Empress , Shin Mina, Ju Ji Hoon, Lee Jong Suk, and Lee Se Young, is drawing buzz for their striking resemblance to the iconic characters of the original webtoon. Disney Plus Korea announced the series’ upcoming second-half release on November 13th and unveiled the first official stills of the four stars, immediately heightening anticipation among fans of the beloved IP. The Remarried Empress follows Navier, the flawless empress of the Eastern Empire, who is blindsided when Emperor Sovieshu—longtime friend and companion since childhood—falls for the runaway slave Rashta and demands a divorce....

Credit: ADOR It was belatedly revealed that ADOR filed an injunction to completely suspend all activities of NJZ, formerly NewJeans. This builds upon the previous injunction from January, which prevented NJZ from signing new advertising deals and finding a new agency. The parents of NJZ members took to their Instagram (@njz_pr) on March 6th, saying, “ADOR expanded their injunction request on February 11th, asking for a ban not just on ads, but also on NJZ’s songwriting, composing, performing, singing and all other related activities....

Credit: TURBO JK Company, SM C&C, C9 Entertainment Love is in the air, and it isn’t just in your favorite K-Dramas. Various stars tied the knot this year! While some of your biases and favorite actors may be off the market, their wedding photos and warm-hearted announcements bring sheer joy and are a delight to see. Check out the list of stars who said “I do” this year. Girl’s Day Minah Credit: Haewadal Entertainment, SM C&C...

Credit: Twitter @Celestial_YUJIN IVE’s leader and Fendi ambassador, An Yujin , graced the Fendi 2024 FW collection fashion show in Milan, Italy, on the 21st. An Yujin turned heads in a harmonious blend of yellow and beige, donning a halter neck long dress paired with beige high heel sandals, as she posed on the photowall. However, it was not just An Yujin’s stunning ensemble that captured the audience’s attention. A moment of controversy sparked as Kim Jones, Fendi’s Artistic Director of womenswear, was photographed next to the singer, placing his left hand on her hip in a manner that quickly became the talk of the town....

Credit: Apple TV Apple TV Plus has announced the production of KPOPPED (working title), an eight-episode music competition series. Executive produced by Lionel Richie, the show features PSY , who helped bring K-Pop to the global stage with “Gangnam Style”, alongside three-time Grammy winner Megan Thee Stallion. Each episode will see international music stars reimagine their hit songs and collaborate with top K-pop idols for electrifying performances. The competition will culminate in a live concert in Seoul, where the audience will determine the ultimate winner....

Credit: Harper’s BAZAAR BLACKPINK’s Jennie has once again redefined style with a striking transformation for her latest Harper’s BAZAAR shoot. On September 20th, the magazine revealed Jennie’s daring photoshoot and snippets of her interview. The images show Jennie sporting a sharp bob that accentuates her jawline, a look that’s quite a departure from her usual styles. Jennie flaunted bold fashion choices, from sheer outfits to cropped tops and bodysuits, leaving fans in awe of her fearless style....

Credit: Call Her Daddy Rosé of BLACKPINK has opened up about the extreme lengths she has gone to maintain a private love life. In a candid new interview on Call Her Daddy , h the singer shared personal stories about her relationships and the heavy toll of public scrutiny. When asked about her current relationship status, Rosé didn’t shy away. “I am looking for love,” she admitted. “I just want to say ‘yes’ or ‘no,’ but then I think about whether that will define me as a person,” she reflected....

Credit: Big Hit Music BTS ’ V has once again cemented his place at the center of global pop culture, ranking among the most searched people in the world on Google. According to msn report, V placed No. 4 on the list of The 100 Most Searched People on Google in 2025, as released by education and data platform Jagran Josh. He ranked just behind Donald Trump, Elon Musk, and Taylor Swift, standing out as the only K-pop artist to break into the top tier of a list dominated by figures from politics, business, sports, and Western pop music....

Credit: Netflix A new concept in variety show is about to unfold in Netflix’s Kian’s Bizarre B&B . Set for worldwide release on April 8th, the show follows the unpredictable adventures of webtoonist Kian84, BTS member Jin , and Ji Ye Eun as they run a bed and breakfast on Ulleungdo Island with Kian84’s distinctive imagination steering the ship. The dynamic between the “rookie” owner Kian84 and his staff is particularly intriguing....

Credit: Disney Plus Disney Plus is looking to turn things around with a new mystery thriller, Nine Puzzles, after facing backlash over Knock-Off starring Kim Soo Hyun . A press conference for Nine Puzzles took place at JW Marriott Dongdaemun Square Seoul on May 14th. Director Yoon Jong Bin attended the event alongside lead cast members Kim Da Mi , Son Suk Ku , Kim Sung Kyun and Hyun Bong Shik ....

Credit: Cho Sae Ho Instagram TV personality Cho Sae Ho tied the knot in a dazzling wedding ceremony attended by some of the biggest stars in the Korean entertainment industry. On the evening of October 20th, Cho Sae Ho married his bride, who is nine years his junior, at the Shilla Hotel in Jangchung-dong, Seoul. The ceremony was hosted by his close friend Lee Dong Wook, along with Nam Chang Hee....

Edited by Han Sung Soo Translated by Eungee Joh Credit: YVES/Rosé Youtube Millions of songs flood the world every day on countless platforms. It’s impossible to listen to them all, and most just fade into the background, forgotten as quickly as they arrived. But sometimes, magic happens. A song drifts out from a cafe, or a streaming service algorithm nails your taste perfectly, and suddenly you’re captivated by a song you never knew existed....

Credit: MPLIFY Singer-songwriter Olivia Marsh has acknowledged plagiarism allegations herself and has confirmed that she’s reached a settlement with the original creator. Her agency MPLIFY released an official statement on the night of the 24th addressing the plagiarism controversy surrounding “Backseat.” The song had previously drawn comparisons to American singer Isaac Dunbar’s track “Onion Boy.” Isaac Dunbar also weighed in on the situation. He recently claimed on social media that “a song I wrote in my bedroom in 2019 was stolen....

Credit: Netflix Director Lee Chang Hee of the Netflix series A Killer Paradox unveiled the innovative approach behind the series during an eye-opening interview. A Killer Paradox tells the gripping tale of an ordinary man, Lee Tang ( Choi Woo Shik ), who accidentally embarks on a journey of murder, and Detective Jang Nangam ( Son Suk Ku ), who relentlessly pursues him. The series, based on a webtoon from 2010 to 2011, shifts from its original teen rating to a mature audience, promising a deeper dive into its thrilling narrative....